Zoë Saldaña Wows Her Friend Vera With a Gourmet Chef’s Kitchen

Unfortunately, when Vera’s kitchen was first added onto the house, it wasn’t done properly. So when the Bros began demolition with Zoë, they found that there were no supports in the kitchen at all, which is why it began to sink. There were stress fractures along the wall and the subfloor was sagging due to the unsupported roof load. But when Drew and Jonathan brought an engineer in to examine the situation, they had great news! It was going to be a quick fix with just a couple concrete footings needed to remedy the issue.

Natural Spanish Influence Meets Modern Builds

Taking influence from Vera’s Argentinian culture, they decided to incorporate lots of natural stone and raw materials. They used limestone flooring and natural stone and marble materials everywhere possible, like on the island block, the countertops, and backsplash. Utilizing natural materials in the lighting was a creative way to mix up textures and colors while keeping up with the raw material theme.

Banquette Seating and a Table for Family

The dining room became an entirely different space, and it’s now capable of so much more than mealtime. The long wooden table accompanied by the banquette bench allows for cozy conversation, not to mention much more seating for big family gatherings. And the gallery wall filled with beautiful photos and memories? That part is priceless.

Touches of Brass, Wicker, and Natural Stone

The gorgeous brass range hood complements the brass hardware and contrasts beautifully against the dark tile backsplash. It’s small details like these in the kitchen that really bring the space together and make it feel complete. Replacing the outdated cabinetry and adding open shelving brought the kitchen into the modern day while still keeping the design timeless.

A Beautiful, Functional Built-In Desk

The dolomite marble built-in desk is another gorgeous callback to Latin America, celebrating the natural raw beauty of earth’s materials. It fits the space seamlessly and isn’t as large and obtrusive as the previous desk setup that Vera was using before. Now, Vera can work in a place that feels calm and tranquil, and fits her style.

Breakfast Bar and Open-Air Entertainment

Breaking open the wall not only allowed for a long, gorgeous breakfast bar, but also completely opens the space for friends and family to gather together. It improves the flow of the kitchen and dining area tremendously. The hand-done stonework that wraps around the island is also a gorgeous detail that encapsulates the entire kitchen and grounds the room in its natural elements.